Tailgate—1948-1953 series Chevy five-window

Do they give out “brownie points” for having a milk chocolate–colored Bowtie lawn ornament? This 1948-1953 series Chevrolet five-window custom cab is packed just off a busy highway north of Niles, Michigan. The truck is in fairly solid condition but exhibits the typical Midwest cowl rust. Licensed last in Indiana, this gem is plus or minus 60 years old. A single spotlight is evident; it sports a rugged rear bumper, aftermarket wheels, and a “killer” front push bar to protect the grille. There was no For Sale sign on it, but it’s probably too solid not to get it back on the road.